2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 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 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 20 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B3 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |