2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
