2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B3 would be higher. 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 153 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
