1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 9 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 10 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
