2010 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Alpina B5 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |