2002 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alpina |
| Model | RAV4 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
