2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 922 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |