2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B 10 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
