2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
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, 2004 Toyota Sienna, 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |