2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sienna 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Sienna. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |