2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 313 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alpina |
| Model | Pacifica | B3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
