2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,685 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 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 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 | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 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 | 1747 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
