2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 440 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
Model | B3 | Bravada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |