2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 984 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GT | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |