2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Alpina B7.
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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
Model | Avalanche | B7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 282 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |