2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
