2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 2 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B3 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
