2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 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 21 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 203 kg more than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX. 2013 Infiniti FX 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alpina B 10 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B 10 | FX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2885 mm |