2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
