2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 159 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | D3 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
