2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 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 352 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Korando 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.
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2008 Alpina B7 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
Model | B7 | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |