2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B5 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 344 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B5 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.6 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 | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
