2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 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 358 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
