2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 322 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B5 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
