2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
