2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B3 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
