2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Dakota |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3701 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |