2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 682 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B5 | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |