2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Jaguar X400
To start off, 2002 Jaguar X400 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, 2002 Jaguar X400 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar X400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar X400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar X400 (525 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar X400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 10. 2002 Jaguar X400 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar X400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Jaguar X400 | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B 10 | X400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
