2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 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 193 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
