2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B3 and 2009 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |