2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
