2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 726 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Savana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |