2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX.
Because 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B5 | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
