2009 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus 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 230 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 613 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Taurus | B5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |