2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens 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 381 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2007 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 2007 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Alpina | Kia |
Model | B5 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |