2007 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpina |
| Model | RDX | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
