2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
