2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (303 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 151 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Kamal | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |