2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 3 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) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Alpina | Saturn |
| Model | B 10 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
