2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Alpina | Hummer |
| Model | B7 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
