2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 STS. (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 STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B5 | STS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |