2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 318 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B5 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |