2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Alpina B7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
Model | Express | B7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3000 mm |