2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 989 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (476 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
