2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
