1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 328 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Alpina | Jeep |
Model | B 10 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2916 mm |