2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 276 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Stavic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B5 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
