2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 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 138 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B 10 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |