2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 312 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B7 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |