2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 779 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 8C Competizione | Durango |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |