2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 258 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B5 | FX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |