2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Audi S6

To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 3 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S6.

Because 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S6.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alpina B5 2009 Audi S6
Make Alpina Audi
Model B5 S6
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4396 cc 5204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 492 HP 435 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 14.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L