2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
