2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2010 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 715 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B5 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |