2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 10 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 270 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion, 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B 10 | Sirion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |