2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 39 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Because 2002 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 2002 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus, 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, 2002 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
