2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 387 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 209 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpina | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
