1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B6 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
