1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 496 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 155 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1536 kg |
