2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |