2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 906 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 2011 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ram | GT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
