2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 466 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B3 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
