2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 5 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 222 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 10 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
