2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 11 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 114 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 280 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B3 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |