2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2007 Alpina B7 and 2007 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 404 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot Partner, 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Partner. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alpina B7 | 2007 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Alpina | Peugeot |
Model | B7 | Partner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |