1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 6 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 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 191 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Because 1999 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B 10 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
