2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1534 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 8127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 606 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |
