2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 861 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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 B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
