2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 344 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B5 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
