2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 912 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
