2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2006 Alpina B7 and 2006 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 627 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |