2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B5 and 2009 Audi TT were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 325 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alpina B5 | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B5 | TT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |