2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B3 and 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
Model | B3 | Endeavor |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 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 | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |