2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Dodge Neon

To start off, both 2000 Alpina B3 and 2000 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.

Because 2000 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Alpina B3 2000 Dodge Neon
Make Alpina Dodge
Model B3 Neon
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 1687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2650 mm


 

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