2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Hyundai Satellite
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 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Satellite 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 242 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
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 Hyundai Satellite, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B 10 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
