2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |