1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Durango | B5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
