2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 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 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 312 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 927 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Brera | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
