2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B 10 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
