2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
| Model | Colorado | B7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |
