2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2006 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B3 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
