2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe

To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alpina B5 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
Make Alpina Chevrolet
Model B5 Tahoe
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 284 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 427 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 309 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 2419 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2070 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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