2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 2 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 104 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2004 Infiniti QX4 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, 2004 Infiniti QX4 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti QX4. 2004 Infiniti QX4 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. 2004 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
| Model | B 10 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
