2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 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 223 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
