2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B 10 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |