2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad 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 243 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
