2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
Model | B7 | Equus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |