2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B 10 | XJ |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3170 mm |