2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 685 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
