2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
Model | B5 | Rodius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |