2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 813 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10. 2010 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B 10 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |