2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 379 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8C Competizione (441 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3530 mm |
