2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 B7 (700 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B7 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
