2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 12 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B5 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
