2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Ram | Panda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |