2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 156 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |