2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B3 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |