2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 156 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
