2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 426 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
