2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2003 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 Dodge Ram
Make Alfa Romeo Dodge
Model Spider Ram
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Roadster Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3906 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 149 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2790 mm


 

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