2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 12.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 12 (469 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (420 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B 12 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
