1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 578 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1995 Alpina B6 has manual transmission. 1995 Alpina B6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
