2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae 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 434 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
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, 2000 Citroen Xanae, 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) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xanae has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xanae 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 | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B5 | Xanae |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
