2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 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 174 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 10 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
