2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
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, 2006 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Charger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |