2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 833 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango 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 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GTV | Durango |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |