2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 565 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Dakota | GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |