2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.

Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B5. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alpina B5 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Alpina Volkswagen
Model B5 Touareg
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 493 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 850 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 300 km/hour 255 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2860 mm


 

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