2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 2 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Audi TT 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, 2008 Audi TT 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
