2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 13 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 105 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 420 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, 2013 Volvo XC90, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B 10 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| 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 | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2857 mm |
