2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B3 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
