2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V 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 153 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Because 2004 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 2004 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V, 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
