2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 508 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Lagreat | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Honda | Alpina |
Model | Lagreat | B3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |