2005 BMW X5 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 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 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 271 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | X5 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
