1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Avenger | B7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
