2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Fiat Punto

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 Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Punto 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 152 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 831 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto. 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 Punto. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Punto 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.

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2009 Dodge Dakota 2001 Fiat Punto
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Dakota Punto
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 211 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 47 L