2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 281 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B7 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
