2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 4 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 188 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, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B3 | Legend |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |