2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (382 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B7 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B7 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |