2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
