2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 313 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B5 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
