2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
