2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 2007 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 2007 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
