2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10. 2009 Audi Q7 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. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
