2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Dakota | 146 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
