1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 467 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 146 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |