2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Jeep Varsity
To start off, both 2000 Alpina B3 and 2000 Jeep Varsity were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Varsity is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Because 2000 Jeep Varsity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Varsity 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Varsity. (346 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Varsity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2000 Jeep Varsity | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B3 | Varsity |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
