2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B3 and 2006 Subaru Outback 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B3 | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |