2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B3 | XKR |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |