2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 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 142 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
