2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B3 and 2003 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. 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 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2003 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B3 | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |