2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 806 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Duna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 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 |
