2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 832 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
