2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2002 Alpina B 10 and 2002 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 189 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B 10 | Ram |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 408 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3530 mm |