2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 126 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 713 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alpina |
| Model | Grand Voyager | B3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
