2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (610 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
