2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
Model | Santa Fe | B3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |