2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B7 and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B7 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |