1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ram | Brera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
