2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2011 Alpina B5.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Audi | Alpina |
Model | Q7 | B5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |