2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B3 and 2007 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Because 2007 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 2007 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon. 2007 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B3 | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Ikon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |