2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Audi | Alpina |
Model | S4 | B7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 699 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |