2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
Model | B5 | Montero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |