2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B3 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 209 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B3 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |