2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3180 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
