2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda 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 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 30 L |
