2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B7 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
