2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 162 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.

Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alpina B3 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Alpina Toyota
Model B3 Corolla
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 279 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.9 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 251 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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