2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B 10 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |