2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 93 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2003 Alpina B3 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B3 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |