2011 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Getz 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 293 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Alpina B3 | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
Model | B3 | Getz |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |