2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 36 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 463 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B3 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
