2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 9 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 168 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 10 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
