2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Phedra 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 84 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Lancia Phedra. 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 2002 Lancia Phedra. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Phedra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
