2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B3 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
