2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B7 would be higher. 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 248 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B7 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 77 L |