2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B5 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
