2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 4 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 317 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 2003 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | HHR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
