2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 923 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alpina B3 (500 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
Model | Suburban | B3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |