2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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 301 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 301 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B5 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |