2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
| Model | B5 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
