2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera 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 135 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
