2011 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2011 Lexus RX and 2011 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Lexus RX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus RX. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus RX | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Lexus | Alpina |
Model | RX | B3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2730 mm |