2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 227 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
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, 2008 Toyota Sienna, 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B5 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |