2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
