2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alpina |
Model | Tucson | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |