2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
