2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 865 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 135 L |