2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
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 Subaru WX 01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 125 more horse power than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru WX 01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01. 2001 Subaru WX 01 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru WX 01 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B 10 | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
