2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2004 Alpina B3 and 2004 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Saturn Vue, 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 (363 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Alpina | Saturn |
Model | B3 | Vue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |