2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1301 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 B7 (700 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B7 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 167 L |