2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer 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 282 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
