2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 730 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Dakota |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |