2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 428 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave. 2012 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Alpina | Buick |
Model | B 10 | Enclave |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |