2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
Model | Silverado | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2730 mm |