2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 392 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B5 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
