2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Lupo 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 295 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2002 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B 10 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
