2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 10 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 122 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Venza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |