2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 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 141 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
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, 2005 Peugeot 807, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807. 2005 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B 10 | 807 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1784 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |