2010 Fiat Strada vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Strada 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 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Strada | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Strada | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4444 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1644 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2718 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
