2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B7 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
