2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2003 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GT | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |