2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B3 and 2006 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 499 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B3 | Pacifica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |