2001 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Rexton | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Alpina |
| Model | Rexton | B7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3071 mm |
