2006 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | Territory | B7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
