2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 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 Ram (691 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ram | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
