1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 Alpina B3.
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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (427 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercury |
| Model | B3 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
