2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1134 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, 2006 Ford E-350, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |