2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota 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) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Ducato |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |