2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 886 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Express |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |