2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 GMC Yukon. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Yukon. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B5 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1927 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |