2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Ibiza, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
