2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 2000 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 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B 10 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
