2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
