2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 862 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | D3 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |