1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Dardo | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
