2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Hyundai i20 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 394 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 i20, 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 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Alpina | Hyundai |
| Model | B7 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
