1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
