2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Alpina B7 and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Alpina B7.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B7 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |