2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 8 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 104 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 482 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
