2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella 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 229 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B3 | Avella |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |