2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Durango | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
