2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 156 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
