2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.

Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alpina B3 2003 Kia Sorento
Make Alpina Kia
Model B3 Sorento
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.9 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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