2008 Lincoln MKX vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2008 Lincoln MKX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (266 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln MKX | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Alpina |
Model | MKX | B3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |