2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B 10 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |