2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B5 and 2006 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 295 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2006 Audi A4, 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 (701 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B5 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 701 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |