2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
