2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (231 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 358 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
