2010 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota

To start off, both 2010 Lancia Delta and 2010 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Delta.

Because 2010 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 2010 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta, 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Lancia Delta 2010 Dodge Dakota
Make Lancia Dodge
Model Delta Dakota
Year Released 2010 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1956 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 87.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 83 L


 

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