2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
