2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,397 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 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alpina B5 2001 Toyota Highlander
Make Alpina Toyota
Model B5 Highlander
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 2360 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 5000 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 73 L


 

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