2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |