2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B5. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B5 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |