2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B3 and 2006 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
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 Saab 9-7X, 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Alpina | Saab |
Model | B3 | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 101.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |