2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 203 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B 10 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
