2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 Volkswagen Commercial 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | D3 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
