2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 756 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
