2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alpina | GMC |
Model | B7 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |