2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |