2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot.
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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2774 mm |
