1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, both 1999 Alpina B3 and 1999 Kia Retona were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Alpina B3.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B3 | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B3 | Retona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 205 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |