2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |