2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B3 and 2009 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos 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, 2009 Renault Koleos 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 (362 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Alpina | Renault |
Model | B3 | Koleos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |