2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 517 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B 10 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3650 mm |