2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B5 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
