2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 13 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 121 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 301 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |
