2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 482 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B3 | Lagreat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |