2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2003 Alpina B 10 and 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 234 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.

Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alpina B 10 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Alpina Nissan
Model B 10 X-Trail
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4618 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 342 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2540 mm


 

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