2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 12 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 65 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B 10 | Traverse |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |