2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Alpina | Jeep |
Model | B5 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |