2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 157 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alpina B 10 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Alpina Chevrolet
Model B 10 Colorado
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4618 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 342 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2830 mm