2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B3 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |