2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B5 and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 278 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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.
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2007 Alpina B5 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B5 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |