2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 403 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
