2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 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 226 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B5 | CTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |