2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 683 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B5 | Titan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |