2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Alpina B5.
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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Dodge | Alpina |
Model | Sprinter | B5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |