2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Strada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |