2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1136 kg more than 2011 Alpina B5.
Because 2011 Alpina B5 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 2011 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Freestyle | B5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
