1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 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 179 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 462 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B 10 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
