2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 126 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |