2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 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 201 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B3 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
