2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B5 would be higher. Both 2007 Alpina B5 and 2008 BMW X5 are equipped with a 4,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 469 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B5 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4398 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |