2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B 10 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 125 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B 10 | Musso |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
