2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 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 84 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B3 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
