2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B3 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
