2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
| Model | ML | B3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
