2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 10 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
