2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 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 224 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B3 | R2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
