2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B3 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
