2005 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Alpina |
Model | Bravada | B7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |