2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 66 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | D3 | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |