2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 368 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Alpina | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 102 L |