2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B 10 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
