2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B7 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
