2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. 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, 1997 Kia Capital, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B3 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
