2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alpina | Jeep |
| Model | B5 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
