2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B5 and 2006 Ford Fusion 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 425 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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 Ford Fusion, 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |