2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B 10 | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |