2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B3 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |