2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 153 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 163 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 225 Nm |
| 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 | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
