2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 264 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, 2005 Nissan Murano, 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 (363 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
