2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Alpina | Equinox |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 264 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |