2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 431 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |