1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 881 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 2009 Toyota Highlander 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. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B 10 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
