2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 943 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Hummer |
| Model | B7 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 121 L |
