2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 330 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B7 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
