2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z 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 441 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B5 | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
