2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B5 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
