1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 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 184 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B 10 | Element |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |