2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Pontiac | Alpina |
Model | Grand Prix | B7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |