2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |