2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 686 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
Because 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B5 | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
