2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 97 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. 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 (335 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
