2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 318 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu I-280 has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B5 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
