2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 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 156 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |