2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2002 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B5. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1808 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi R8. (698 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2002 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 698 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
