2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
Model | B3 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |