2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 336 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Alpina | Land Rover |
Model | B 10 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |