2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
