2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Mazda Washu
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B3 and 2003 Mazda Washu were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2003 Mazda Washu | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B3 | Washu |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |