2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
