1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 993 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
