2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. 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 (509 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ram | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
