2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 499 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
