2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Compass.
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, 2011 Jeep Compass, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B3 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
