2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Because 2006 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B5 | Venture |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |