2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda 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 161 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 970 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Panda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |