2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 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 197 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
