2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |