2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | Roadster | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
