1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 208 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |