2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Alpina B3 and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B3 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |