2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B5 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |