2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Dakota 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |