1993 Alpina B6 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
