2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza 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) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | B5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
