2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2002 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |