2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B3 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |