2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia 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 218 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B7 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
