2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 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 161 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |