2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 3 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 199 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |