2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid 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 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
