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 5,965 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 42 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 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 932 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 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 | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3380 mm |
