2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alpina |
| Model | G5 | B3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
