2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2007 Alpina D3 and 2007 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | D3 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |