2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B3 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
