2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 70 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, 2006 Buick Terraza, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B3 | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
