2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
| Model | XG 350 | B3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
