2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 5 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 424 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Sumo 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 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Alpina | Tata |
Model | B7 | Sumo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2425 mm |