2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
