2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2002 Dodge M80
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
Because 2002 Dodge M80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2002 Dodge M80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GT | M80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
