2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier, 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B5 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
