2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
