2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Alpina B3 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |