2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
