2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 145 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B 10 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |