2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
