2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 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 258 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B7 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
