2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Palio II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |