2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 228 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B5 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |