2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Montana 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 503 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 Pontiac Montana, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Montana. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 2006 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B3 | Montana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
