2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo S80, 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B3 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
