2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B3 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
