2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 801 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |