2009 Acura TL vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 292 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Acura | Alpina |
Model | TL | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |