2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 11 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 179 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (163 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
| Model | B 10 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2613 mm |
