2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |