2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
