2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Maverick | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Maverick | B3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 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 | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |