1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 900 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 145 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
