2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
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, 2000 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Durango |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |