2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |