2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
