2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 509 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B3 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
