2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 4 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 318 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 221 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | Alpina | Terrain |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |