2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B3 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
