2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Dakota | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
