2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
