2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 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 134 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Alpina | Saturn |
| Model | B3 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
