2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 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 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B3 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |