2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 10 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
