2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2008 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 2008 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
Model | B3 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |