2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
