2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V 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 336 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B5 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |