1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Audi Q5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 2009 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B 10 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |