2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 398 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Alpina | Jeep |
Model | B3 | Commander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |