2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
Model | B3 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |