2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 770 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B3 | Savana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |