2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
