2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2005 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 166 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |