2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda 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 217 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
