2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B3 and 2003 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,816 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (386 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2003 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
