2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 431 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
