2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B3 and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |