2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 539 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 159 | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |