2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 2009 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alpina B3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |