2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | F-150 | B7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 82 L |