2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercury |
| Model | B7 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
