2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Hyundai Atos 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 435 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
Model | B7 | Atos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |