2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
