2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B3 and 2009 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 233 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |