2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, both 2005 Alpina B3 and 2005 Mitsubishi Montero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
Model | B3 | Montero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |