2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |