2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX 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 108 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
