2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Seat Leon

To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 8 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.

Because 2001 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Alpina B3 2009 Seat Leon
Make Alpina Seat
Model B3 Leon
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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