2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Infiniti | Alpina |
Model | QX4 | B3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |