2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B3 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
