2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 253 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B 10 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |