2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 438 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercury |
| Model | B3 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
