2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B7 and 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Alpina | Jeep |
Model | B7 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 17.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |