2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic 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 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 224 more horse power than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Alpina | Renault |
| Model | B 10 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
