2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 91 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
