2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Citroen | Alpina |
Model | C8 | B3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |