2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 806 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Duna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
