2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 522 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
