2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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 Ram (407 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
