2007 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Alpina B3

To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A3 2010 Alpina B3
Make Audi Alpina
Model A3 B3
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2730 mm


 

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