2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sephia 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 201 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Kia Sephia, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B3 | Sephia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 83.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |