2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
