2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Fiorino would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Fiorino | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
