2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 10 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 181 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 364 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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. 2012 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B 10 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
