2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 356 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Coupe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |