2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
