2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B7 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
