2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 6 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 209 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
Because 2006 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B7 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
