2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 7 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 238 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 530 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B 10 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |