2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 693 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | ML |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |