1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 3240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3490 mm |
