2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B5 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |