2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 89 L |