2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 527 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B5 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |