2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2007 Alpina D3 and 2007 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | D3 | Ram |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |