2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B3 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |