2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 669 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (407 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ram | 159 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 322 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |