2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 714 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |