2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 709 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2004 Dodge Durango 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 2004 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
