2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B3 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
