2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Kia Rio

To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio 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 383 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 278 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 Kia Rio, 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio
Make Alpina Kia
Model B5 Rio
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1606 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 493 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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