2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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 2009 Fiat Croma. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma 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 | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Croma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
