1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 985 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 146 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |