2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B3 and 2006 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |