2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B3 and 2006 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 186 Nm |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |