2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 193 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Alpina | Volvo |
Model | B5 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1934 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |