2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 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 133 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |