2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B5 and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B5 | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |