2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango 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. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B 10 | Durango |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |