2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B5 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
