2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 125 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 344 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B 10 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
