2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B5 and 2006 Kia Sedona 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 248 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
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 Kia Sedona, 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B5 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |