2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Pilot. 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
