2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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 196 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B 10 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2645 mm |
