2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B 10 and 2003 Kia Retona were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 252 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B 10 | Retona |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |