2005 Saturn ION 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 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn ION 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Saturn | Alpina |
Model | ION | B3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |