2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B 10 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 140 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alpina | Opel |
| Model | B 10 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
