2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |