2009 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Honda | Alpina |
Model | Odyssey | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |