2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
