2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |