2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 3 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 311 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2009 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B5 | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |