2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
