2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1369 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B3 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |