2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 208 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
