2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 59 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |