2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 660 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alpina |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | B3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 427 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 526 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
