2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 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 278 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo, 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 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
