2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord 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 240 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B7 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |