2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 436 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B3 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
