2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 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 429 more horse power than 2011 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2011 Kia Picanto. 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, 2011 Kia Picanto, 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 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Alpina | Kia |
| Model | B7 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |
