2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 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 273 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alpina | Tata |
| Model | B 10 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2425 mm |
