2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Alpina B7 and 2008 Saturn Astra 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 355 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra. 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 Saturn Astra, 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Alpina | Saturn |
| Model | B7 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 46 L |
