2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 246 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |