2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B5 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
