2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B7 and 2007 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 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 | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |