2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Alpina B5.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B5 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B5 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |