2007 Acura RDX vs. 2003 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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 Acura RDX 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX. 2007 Acura RDX 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 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2003 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | RDX | B 10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
