1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 147 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 1997 Alpina B 10 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 1997 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 10 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1847 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3040 mm |
