2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B3 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
