2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B7 would be higher. 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 392 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B7 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |