2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 239 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 2008 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Alpina | Cadillac |
Model | B7 | SRX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 8.1 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 | 2071 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |