2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 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 289 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B5 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
