2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B3 and 2008 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Symbol. 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) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B3 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2473 mm |
