2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2009 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 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 Ulysse. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ulysse 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 Ulysse | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Dakota | Ulysse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 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 | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |