2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Citroen C
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C 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 283 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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, 2001 Citroen C, 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Citroen C | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B 10 | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |