2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B3 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
