2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 840 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dakota | Thema |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 178 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2670 mm |