2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 205 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B5 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |