2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 777 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 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 (320 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |