2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 107 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70. 2010 Volvo XC70 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. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B 10 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2814 mm |