2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B7 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |