2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B5 and 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B5 | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |