2011 Mazda B4000 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B4000. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda B4000 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alpina |
| Model | B4000 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
