2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Audi Q7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 148 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (345 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Alpina | Audi |
Model | B7 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
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 | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |