2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 9 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B 10 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2423 mm |
