2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-250. 2007 Ford E-250 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. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
