2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 386 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram. 2000 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B 10 | Ram |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |