2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alpina B3 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Alpina Volkswagen
Model B3 Jetta
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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