2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |