2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki XL7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alpina |
| Model | XL7 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
