2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 669 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Audi |
| Model | B3 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
