2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (401 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B7 | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |