2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2007 Alpina D3 and 2007 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 159 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Epica, 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 D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2007 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | D3 | Epica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
