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 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 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 155 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | D3 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
