2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 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 199 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 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 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend 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 | 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Marea Weekend |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2550 mm |