2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 Dodge Dakota. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Dakota | 159 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |