2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 268 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
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 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B5 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
