2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Alpina | Tata |
| Model | B3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
