2005 Lexus LX vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 710 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
Because 2005 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LX 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LX | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Alpina |
| Model | LX | B5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
