2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 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 242 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 169 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, 2004 Citroen C5, 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B3 | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |