1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 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 203 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 312 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. 2006 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1998 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1998 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B 10 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
