2010 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alpina B5 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B5 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| 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 |
| Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
