2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 9 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 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5. 2009 BMW X5 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. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B 10 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
