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 |
