2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 112 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B7 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
