2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 187 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon, 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
