2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry 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 76 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 89 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 Toyota Camry, 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alpina B3 2004 Toyota Camry
Make Alpina Toyota
Model B3 Camry
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3347 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.9 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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