2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 6 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 255 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B5 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |