2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Durango | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 30 L |
