2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 722 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
