2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | GTV | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
