2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2002 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Step Wagon 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 426 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. 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, 2002 Honda Step Wagon, 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) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2002 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Alpina | Honda |
| Model | B5 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
