2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
