2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Audi RS6
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B5 and 2008 Audi RS6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 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, 2008 Audi RS6 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2008 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B5 | RS6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |