2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 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 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B 10 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
