2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ikon 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 437 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
