2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 576 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |