2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1602 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | Panda | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |