2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 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 311 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B7 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |