2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 4 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 193 more horse power than 2011 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Alpina | Acura |
Model | B5 | ZDX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |