2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 623 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Savana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2613 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 |