2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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. 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 232 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 683 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B5 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |