2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 4 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier. 2006 Buick Rainier 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. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Alpina | Buick |
| Model | B 10 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4194 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
