2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Audi Q7

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B7.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alpina B7 2009 Audi Q7
Make Alpina Audi
Model B7 Q7
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 5934 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 494 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 1000 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 16.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 300 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 5.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 2605 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 100 L