2009 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 304 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2001 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | MDX | B3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
