2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (202 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | D3 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |