2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Saab 9-7X 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 208 more horse power than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Alpina | Saab |
Model | B7 | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |