2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alpina |
| Model | Tiguan | B3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
