2011 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dakota | Strada |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
