2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Honda | Alpina |
| Model | Civic | B5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
