2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (335 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
