2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. 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 172 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2004 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2004 Isuzu D-MAX 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu D-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2004 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B3 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
