2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 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 102 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90. 2011 Volvo XC90 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. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B 10 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
