2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
