2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |