1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 446 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B 10 | Durango |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |