2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 286 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B5 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
