2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alpina B3 2009 Nissan Qashqai
Make Alpina Nissan
Model B3 Qashqai
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3347 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.9 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 266 km/hour 191 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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