2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 3 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Brera | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
