2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B3 and 2009 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 7350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |