2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 32 L |
